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How do I solve this 2(x-4)+2x=-6x-2

How do I solve this 2(x-4)+2x=-6x-2
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How do I solve this 2(x-4)+2x=-6x-2

User Alessandro Menti
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Distribute
2x-8+2x=-6x-2

Combine like terms
4x-8=-6x-2

Add 6x to both sides
10x-8=-2

Add 8 to both sides
10x=6

Divide both sides by 10
x=3/5
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